Institutional Services/New markets & campuses

International growth & campus development

A new market.A considered next move.

Explore where an institution could grow, who it should work with and what a viable next step might look like.

Institutional planners examining a model of a contemporary campus
Collaboration in focus

01 / Who we work with

Two perspectives. One shared opportunity.

02 / Models

Choose the right kind of presence.

The model should follow the objective, resources and applicable framework.

Academic partnership

Begin with collaborative programmes, research or exchange. A partnership can establish academic fit before a more substantial presence is considered.

Start with: The institutional objective, subject strengths and potential partner.

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Specialist centre

Explore a focused academic, research or innovation centre linked to a clear local need and institutional capability.

Start with: The discipline, intended users, host setting and operating responsibilities.

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Local programme collaboration

Consider delivery with local partners where the academic and regulatory framework allows. Clarify who teaches, supports students and awards the qualification.

Start with: The programme, partners, delivery model and recognition requirements.

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Campus development

Assess a physical campus or dedicated facility as a staged institutional project, with academic, operating, financial and location considerations.

Start with: The proposed market, academic offering, host arrangements and project stage.

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03 / Key considerations

Before the campus comes the case.

A clear view of the context helps define a realistic opportunity.

Programme demand

Understand learner needs and long-term potential.

Institutional fit

Align the opportunity with strategy, strengths and academic standards.

Location & ecosystem

Consider talent, industry, infrastructure and local support.

Operating model

Define delivery, governance and long-term sustainability.

Regulatory pathway

Identify the relevant permissions, recognition and review process.

Resources & launch readiness

Assess investment, capabilities and a practical timeline.

04 / From opportunity to action

Turn an opportunity into a staged plan.

STAAR supports institutional connections and coordination around an agreed project brief.

  1. 01

    Understand

    Clarify objectives and context.

  2. 02

    Assess

    Explore demand, options and feasibility.

  3. 03

    Connect

    Engage the relevant partners.

  4. 04

    Structure

    Develop the proposed model.

  5. 05

    Plan the next phase

    Agree responsibilities and timing.

05 / Further exploration

International ambition. Local understanding.

Each market brings different academic, operating and regulatory considerations. Start with the institution, the location and the right questions.

The engagement is scoped to the project stage. Detailed legal, regulatory, financial or technical work should involve the relevant qualified advisers and decision-makers.

Further reading: India campus framework: UGC foreign higher educational institutions FAQs.

Where could your next chapter take shape?

A partnership, a programme or a new campus. Let’s explore it together.

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